Water Quality in DUNKIRK, NY (14048)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14048.
62
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
60
Monitoring / Reporting
58
Resolved
What does this mean?
58 of 62 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 60 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (62 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| Aldicarb sulfone | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Methoxychlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Methoxychlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
2023(58)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Atrazine
03
Aldicarb sulfone
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Picloram
03
Aldicarb sulfoxide
03
Aldicarb sulfoxide
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Endrin
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Aldicarb sulfone
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Endrin
03
Atrazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Aldicarb
03
Aldicarb
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
Picloram
03
How Does This Compare?
DUNKIRK (14048) has 62 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.